Job Summary
We are seeking a dedicated Consultant to join our dynamic neurology department, where you will deliver exceptional clinical, educational and managerial services at the highest professional standard. You will work with a multi‑disciplinary team to provide top‑tier diagnosis and comprehensive care for patients with multiple sclerosis, while ensuring adherence to Trust policies and practices.
Responsibilities
* Provide direct clinical care across all aspects of the department, engaging in patient management and clinical decision‑making.
* Deliver high‑quality inpatient in‑reach provision, ensuring seamless care for hospitalised patients.
* Work alongside esteemed consultants to maintain a well‑led service that prioritises patient outcomes.
* Co‑lead the MS service, guiding the MS nursing team and contributing strategic insights to enhance service development through adoption of new technologies and treatments.
* Possibility to join the Surrey out‑of‑hours stroke telemedicine rota (for neurologists).
* Provide daily in‑reach ward referral service and cover for colleagues during their absence.
* Maintain responsibility for patient care and ensure safe handovers.
* Supervise nurse specialists in collaboration with other consultants.
* Offer prompt consultations to other specialties as required.
* Collaborate with medical, nursing and management teams to enhance clinical leadership and patient experience.
* Engage in education, research, audit and clinical governance activities with a multi‑disciplinary focus.
* Contribute to the training and professional development of both medical and non‑medical staff, including supervision of junior doctors and teaching sessions.
* Support recruitment, appraisal and mentoring within the team.
* Undertake additional duties as required, with changes negotiated and reflected in the job plan.
Qualifications
* MBBS or other recognised equivalent medical qualification.
* Membership of the Royal College of Physicians (MRCP) or equivalent.
* Inclusion in the specialist register for Neurology, or within 6 months of CCT at the time of interview.
* Full registration with the GMC.
* Relevant higher degree (MD, PhD or equivalent) – desirable.
Experience
* Fully trained in Neurology.
* At least 2 years substantive NHS experience at SpR level (or equivalent).
* Experience of acute neurology.
* Management of MS patients and MS service.
* Leading change or innovation in the workplace with a multi‑disciplinary team – desirable.
* Strategic planning and management of future MS service planning utilising emerging technologies and treatments – desirable.
Skills
* Ability to work constructively in a multidisciplinary team, be flexible and responsive to colleague needs, and provide team leadership.
* Evidence of ability to continuously improve patient and staff experience.
* Ability to manage competing demands in a busy acute environment and cope with own emotions under stress.
Leadership and Management
* Evidence of previous active participation in leadership and management activities.
* Experience of managing budgets and staff – desirable.
Location
St Peters Hospital, Chertsey, KT16 0PZ
Employer
Ashford & St. Peter's Hospitals NHS Foundation Trust
Contact
For more information about a career at ASPH please visit www.asph-careers.org.
Additional Information
Applications from job seekers who require skilled worker sponsorship to work in the UK are welcome and will be considered alongside all other applications.
Applicants must have current UK professional registration.
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